adverb
excessively
ihk-SEH-sihv-lee
adverb
1
To an excessive degree; more than is reasonable.
"He was excessively cautious about spending any money at all."
How to Use Excessively
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishToo much; beyond a reasonable amount.
Word Forms
more excessively comparative, most excessively superlative
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Etymology
From excessive + the adverb suffix -ly.